1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 360 kg more than 1997 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1997 Kia Retona | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Eldorado | Retona |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2370 mm |